Skin Apps That Could Save Your Life

It's easier than ever to maintain healthy, glowy skin, thanks to these cool (and mostly free!) sun safety apps. Download 'em now—they do everything from remind you to reapply the SPF to warn you when a weird mole might pose a threat and needs to be seen by a derm.

Coppertone MyUV Alert

Coppertone MyUV Alert

Plug in your zip code, and this app sends back the current UV level for your area, the weather forecast, and advice on what to wear and do to protect yourself appropriately. There's also a reminder alert you can activate that tells you when it's time to reapply sunscreen.

UMSkinCheck

UMSkinCheck

Developed by researchers at the University of Michigan, this app stores photos you take of your moles and uses them as baseline images to compare future photos to, so you'll know if the mole has changed in a worrisome way. Also, a risk calculater takes your personal info and lets you know your odds of developing skin cancer.